Is the $230 GT-Lite Sim Racing Cockpit Any Good?

[@woopteedeewoopteedye]

Years of putting off making my own . I bought this months ago and couldn't be happier. Comfortable, sturdy, foldable. I'm getting old and getting in and out is a breeze.

[@wmcmick]

Same here, just ordered one myself for the same reason!

[@LucasJodokast]

Thinking of doing the same

[@JViello]

Your' statement "Who has ever thought to themselves 'I wish I could take my sim with me'? No one" or something like that shows your point of view as a single young man. :D As a father of 4 and a full house I can tell you having the ability to fold that sucker up and get it out of the way so others can play their titles is a life saver! LOL

[@deegee6426]

The main reason why I'm getting one lol.

[@supercededman]

Spot on. I've a small apartment for one rig. My other is stored away neatly in my partner's spare room, out of the way when I'm not using it

[@nasir9starz]

Facts! As a father of 3, I always appreciate the evenings I can pack my rig up, take it over to my brother's place and enjoy it in peace!

[@bobbyosborne2375]

And the base plate bar can be made sturdier by using the included strap. If done correctly, it's stout enough for CSL DD.

[@supercededman]

@@bobbyosborne2375 absolutely. NLR have tips on how to make the rig sturdier, but as you said, placing an extra strap from baseplate to bottom rail makes it rock steady. I installed my extra strap from top crossbar (which base plate is mounted to) to bottom crossbar. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gYuqk6GniciJfas

[@kalebasphalt]

U can use the TS-XW on the GT-Lite with minimal flex by using the strap included. The strap mod can be used on the wheel plate to make it a tiny bit sturdier. And for the brake problem, the seat's just trying to give you the effect of the car lurching forward when you brake hard - next level racing thought about this to replicate their traction+ motion simulators! P.S. The 2nd statement is a joke.

[@gnarlycool4150]

Just got the F-GT Lite which is the 299 version and after about a week I love this thing and how many customization options it has, having everything fixed and easily ready to slide out is super dope

[@maspir1564]

Idk about you guys but what really helped w me not lifting the rig up under braking was putting the strap on the pedal deck bars as well. And really tightening it to the back legs of the chair. worked wonders. didn't lift a bit.

[@maspir1564]

additional note, I have TLCM's on the highest springs top n bottom and not lifting at all. And even playing it on a T300 is amazing. sometimes you feel the bumps on your butt as well. I would put a DD on it when TM actually releases it.

[@wingless747]

@@maspir1564i have the same setup, thanks for clarifying this!

[@hashbrownz1999]

I had big doubts even after seeing good reviews for this thing. It's perfect! All i wanted was a setup to keep my wheel from ripping off my desk with high FFB while drifting. Pretty comfy too!

[@guky667]

still satisfied with it after a year? thinking of getting one and I'm curious of other's experience with it

[@blairlohnes8103]

I looked at one, then looked at a wheel stand. I got the wheel stand, added a decent beach chair, bolted them together with some square pipe off an old keyboard stand, and filled the downtubes with concrete. It's solid as a rock considering it's size and portability. I travel for work so being able to bring my rig with me is important, and I'm not sure if I made the right choice, but after watching this video and seeing how much that moves and flexes, I do feel more confident in my decision. I'm also running a Moza R5, TLCM pedals, TH8A shifter and an ebay handbreak, so I think the GT-Lite would have cost more and been less stable. Good to know. Great video.

[@tommysteinberg4802]

When from a $800 racing rig to GT Lite Had to give up my old one when I moved. Can confirm GT Lite is works perfectly

[@MarshallDog]

After spending $1700 on a Fanatec setup (around the CSL DD) I foolishly planned to desk-mount it since my desk takes up about half the space in my room. This was a mistake since the DD desk mount is a flimsy piece of plastic and using a load cell pedal on the floor just wasn't happening. Not wanting to spend another $1700 on a rig that wouldn't fit in my room I bought this. It's way larger than I thought, which is a bit annoying since I'm tight on space. On the other hand that makes it way more solid than I thought- I honestly expected something akin to a lawn chair size-wise, but it's significantly beefier. I haven't had any real issues with flexibility using my DD, though I did have to adjust how I break to stop the chair from tilting back. I'm very happy with how this cockpit has worked out for the price. It's a great entry-level design.

[@trollswan_0226]

How u spent 1700 on csl dd bro? It’s like spending 120000 on a Honda Civic

[@marshalldog2559]

@@trollswan_0226 I said $1700 on a setup, not just the CSL DD wheelbase. I don't remember exactly all the prices, but throw together the wheel base, the boost kit, the universal hub, the steering wheel, the pedal set, the load cell brake, the shifter, and the... I think that's it but I'm probably forgetting something, and it all adds up. Plus the desk mounts but those didn't quite work for me so I bought a budget cockpit which I might have included when I said $1700. Also I accidentally bought a second quick release, which I've since gone on to use on another wheel.

[@GSpinsOnTrack]

your content is really helpful for people entering this space hope you will keep making it!

[@OCRacing]

Thank you! That's the goal!

[@Nawfal_Ahmed]

Hey mate. Im new to the hobby and wondering if this would work with the PXN V10,since its similar to The logitech G 29. Thanks​@@OCRacing

[@davester5234]

Man that like button part was really funny lol, gonna sub for that one

[@arieschlundt3958]

As a truck driver and a sim racer I am the one who says damn I wish I could take my racing rig with me 😂😂😂😂

[@BillAshtonNelo]

I love this thing!! The folding ability is amazing. Folded out it’s like 5”x2.5” folded it’s like 2”x2.5”. I race along side my bed, so folding it allows me to tuck it away every night. It folds as easily as a lawn chair.

[@kscubing428]

Awesome video, I think your sim racing videos are great!

[@OCRacing]

Thank you 🙏

[@cmorin522]

I have the new gt dd pro on this rig and it works great no wobble or shaking. The trick is to use the black strap that come in packaging to wrap around wheel base bar and front leg bar.

[@supercededman]

Ditto. I use the same setup with the DD Pro.

[@arkoh4809]

Agreed..this guy doesn't take being a full time adult in mind. This setup is perfect for people with jobs and families who also have a hobby. Some of us can't afford and or don't want a $10,000 rig. At that point just buy a project car and race for real

[@roswel7845]

This is the comment that made me buy this. I knew I only play a few times a month so might as well get a seat with it.

[@markp2085]

I have found that it is better to attach the buttkicker at the top of the seat. you will feel way more vibrations when its installed there. Also, I have mine set up in a bedroom with shag carpet which soaks up some of the buttkickers vibration. Once I mounted the seat up on 20" x 4" x 3/4" boards, I got much more vibration. I use a t300 wheal on it. I store it on the side of my desk and pull it out when ever I want to drive. It takes about 5 minutes to set up. I remove the pedal mount when I fold it up - since it is a little easier to maneuver around. I am very pleased with my GT Lite.

[@christian7496]

How do you like the buttkicker on this seat? Is it worth it?

[@TheRatlord74]

The F-GT lite handles the fanatec CSL DD pro very well. Pretty much agree with everything you said but I will say this thing is huge. It's much bigger than it looks in pictures and video. If you are in a tight space then look elsewhere.

[@Steve30x]

There's a mod available for that to reduce the wheel base wobble a whole lot. I saw it on Karl Goslings channel

[@TheLeontheking]

Include some footage where you can see the whole cockpit - detail-shots are fine, but people also want to see the product as a whole.

[@arcadiosincero]

I had one. It's pretty decent, but it really is just a lawn chair with a wheel deck, pedal plate, and shifter mount attached to it. The foldability aspect of it, though, wasn't that great. Getting it to fold up like they market how it can fold up ended up being more trouble than it's worth to me. And the foldability was the main reason why I got it. I was looking for something that I can pull out at a whim, race a few laps, then fold it back up and put it away with a minimal of effort. This thing wasn't it.

[@shanehawke5643]

Yep 100% I bought it and it's an absolute PITA to fold up and put away and it's not that compact. It's really quite large and beefy and tbh really fiddly to setup correctly. The chair isn't uncomfortable but it's not particularly comfortable either. There is annoying flex in the rear of the seat which really irritates me as I would prefer it to be fixed and rigid instead of moving around all the time. Not worth your time or money imo.

[@Joe.484]

this seat works absoutely fine with the fanatec dd pro 8nm. With a few straps it sturdy enough even for 60kg Breaking pressure.

[@bluex610]

Pretty good cockpit, can fit my shh shifter and ebrake comfortably. And added some bass shakers to it and it works like a charm. Great starter rig imo.

[@thebigmoist4642]

May I ask, what brackets did you use for your shh shifter?

[@DMort22]

@@thebigmoist4642 You don't need any brackets. It comes with everything you need

[@ArabeMonkey]

Very very nice commenting and explaining love the video

[@TurboGaming86]

I think I’m gonna like the flexing lol it gives more of a realistic feeling I can’t wait to set mine up just got it in the mail today ❤

[@TheTreeKing]

Sitting here thinking... I got a few homes I wish I could take my sim setup back and forth too. Sold!

[@Walkerlight95]

I’m a construction superintendent and travel for a living so I’m in hotels and Airbnb’s 80% more than I’m at home. I’m looking at this rig specifically so I can fold it down and take it with me in the backseat of my truck, at least until I get another rv. I wish they made a heavier duty folding version that would work with DD wheels.

[@wegpiraatjochem]

You can also just put something heavy onto it so it wont lean back when you brake... Be creative with it. You can also just modify it so its more stable.

[@IamR3D88]

I'm not looking at this for home use, but instead for LAN parties. We have a few each year, and want to mix in some racing games, but portability is an issue. So yeah, that use case is out there.

[@riptaiyo]

Buying this specifically for gt7 vr

[@Dailydrivenforza]

I love mine its perfect for novice to mid level setups.

[@BostonBully]

I am very late to this, but i am waiting for this to arrive, from the pics the material looks very similar to Alcantara. I am gonna be very happy if that is the case!

[@brapaflacka]

dudes commentary and timing is hilarious.

[@BMarkW]

I purchased this being in New York knowing I'm moving back to Hawaii, hoping the shipping won't cost the 230 the set-up cost

[@willw681]

Im pretty sure next level racing are doing a giveaway of one on Instagram 👀

[@OCRacing]

‼️‼️

[@Archeuswaves]

Just got mine, it is what it is a fancy lawn chair for sim racing on a budget. I got a Logitech G293 to go on it but the lugs on the bottom are a little too big and my knees keep knocking into them, I have messed around with adustments but can't get it to my ultimate liking. I'm 5'9" and 61 kgs so a smaller guy which means I need to put a cushion bnehind my back to reach the wheel properly and not be too reclined. I will persist with it till I can afford to upgrade.

[@Mrcarsounds2.0]

I finaly got my dad to get a gaming set up thx bro

[@gavcar7036]

I’m probably gonna buy this

[@joskrijgsman8621]

Great vid man!! Love your vids

[@OCRacing]

Glad you enjoy Jos :)

[@blackhornetf]

It's very good make sure you have mallet to put it together !

[@ripi2571]

you content is sooo good.

[@thisismyviewingchannel926]

I have it and use it for endurance racing with the csl elite pedals and I don't get the floor lift but I have my pedal trey flat not raised

[@OCRacing]

Ur username has me rolling

[@onpole01]

Very informative video thank you 😊

[@OCRacing]

Glad it helped :)

[@WobblePizza]

Considering this chair, but really worried about the slouching problem. Might get an even cheaper upright stand and use my dining table chair.

[@bobbyosborne2375]

It's awesome for guys who aren't used to 100,000 dollar sim rigs

[@Time4utube]

Murray motorsport is here Ireland👍👍

[@SolidSL510]

I have this but upgraded to a Trak Racer.

[@radugoguta5974]

if you ad some straps to it you can remove all the flex, all of it use the ones provided ( including the one with the buckle, on the right side) add one long strap along the length at the botom and to side straps from the tube that holds the weel base to the base of the chair, i promise ZERO flex, the straps cost me less than 10$ for all of them

[@-fatal-]

Thanks for the review. I think the pedals would be more stable in the flat position of the plates. Is it really that long when not folded, as the official specification says? They wrote 176cm and after watching a few videos, it looks shorter, around 150.

[@chasethompson9826]

This is just enough to get you into sim driving enough to realize you need a new seat

[@grabbinggears1718]

Got’em Got‘em!

[@Steve30x]

Also with the seat lifting. I'm using a pedal set with load cell and only once I pushed really hard where the seat lifted. It isn't that bad unless you really stand hard on the brake. I stood on the brake pedal extremely hard before the seat lifted. No I'm not weak. I walk two and s half miles to four and a half miles a day and I don't walk slowly

[@sebastianbaca6809]

So would you recommend me to buy the chair? I am seriously considering it

[@Steve30x]

@@sebastianbaca6809 no I wouldn't. It's not one bit comfortable and if you plan on putting it away after using it then be prepared to spend about 5 minutes or more unfolding it because of the way it folds and unfolds. Also it's not compact. Even fully folded it takes up a lot of room. I actually ordered a playseat challenge this evening to replace this thing. I'm going to reuse the pedal part from the next level racing on the playseat though. The pedal mount is way better with the next level racing GT lite

[@supercededman]

@@sebastianbaca6809 I've got TWO. Ultra comfortable. It is not that portable, but I have transported it my car a few times. Ir does not flex, at all, when using the straps as suggested by manufacturer. I have a Fanatec DD Pro 8nm with loadcells. No issue at all. The playseat challenge, tho more portable, is way more of a compromise.

[@luuk2274]

It was, indeed, very easy to press the like button😂

[@gblokii]

This thing is the bomb fuck those big expensive setups the adjustability on this goes bonkers

[@gold_king_]

Because I’m actually thinking about getting it

[@xualifyyy1131]

Buy it I just got it and it’s worth it💯

[@tannerharcus8833]

great video. also, im commenting for the youtube gods to promote this.

[@OCRacing]

Legend 🙏

[@reviewforthetube6485]

For 220 you can't beat it lol shit holds up for a long long time I tested a 10nm dd wheel and it held up haha sure therr is a bit of flex but nothing that made me think it would of broken

[@Fizzglg]

If you put a clubsport shifter on the stand do you think it will move around?

[@reviewforthetube6485]

@@Fizzglg naa you're good to go you can do it. It moves back a forth a little bit which is just standard flex. The shifter he used in the video is much heavier then the clibsport shifter. He said it worked like a champ.

[@Fizzglg]

@@reviewforthetube6485 he's using a g29 shifter with a bigger shift knob??? That should be much lighter than a full metal clubsport shifter

[@theblackdeath10]

@@Fizzglg what? that is not a g29 shifter in the video

[@Fizzglg]

@@theblackdeath10 it's literally just a logitech shifter without the leather😑

[@Speedster_ELuu86]

1:20 that’s is absolutely what I think about when you’re in a different state for over a month with nothing to do

[@OCRacing]

My bad 😂

[@TecraTube]

subbed just because of the Marvin vid put in. Hah Got Emmm

[@Steve30x]

2:18 I've used this thing with about 10 - 12 hours over a week now and the seat is not comfortable. They should have put a bar on the back between the back and seat because the way the seat curls up it pushes against your ass and it has no cushioning making it feel hard. Also it puts you in an awkward position with the way that there's no lumbar support and you're sitting on it king of curled up. If they put a bar on the back between the seat and back like the playseat challenge has it would make it much more comfortable.

[@Mattes985]

Yeah thats exatly what i thought. I could not sit longer than 20 mins in it. I put a topper from a lawn chair on it and a small pillow behind my lower back, now it's way better

[@Steve30x]

@@Mattes985 they could have fixed it by putting a bar down at the bottom where it's hinged to pull back the bottom corner because it bends you forward and there's absolutely no lumbar support.

[@Mattes985]

I almost wanted to cut it in the corner, but that would made it worse without some stabilisation

[@Steve30x]

@@Mattes985 it is very uncomfortable. I wonder did they even test it for more than five minutes before putting it on sale. What I'm going to do with mine is buy a car seat cushion LIDL has on sale this week which will do for another week or two. Also my problem is those two adjusters on the sides which stick out way too far. I understand they were trying to cater for bigger people with how wide they made it but it's a bit wider than I need it. I'm not the skin est person @12 stone and 5' 7" though. But I'm hoping that I can make some sort of hybrid with the playseat challenge and swap over the pedal deck and the wheel deck from the GT Lite. If my brother doesn't want the GT Lite I'll probably give it away. It takes up too much space with those two bits sticking out on the side. Otherwise I would take the wheel deck off it and use it as a deck chair in the summer.

[@Steve30x]

@@Mattes985 I've ordered the playseat challenge this evening.

[@matthewreynolds4382]

130kg is more than double your weight? That's impressive!

[@christian7496]

Do you think it is still worth to mount a buttkicker on this seat? Especially if is possible to get it second hand, not at full price

[@pilot-iz3wk]

I had to work 6 hours out of town on nightshift for 3 months I brought my stuff with me

[@apoorv28]

Nice I also use playseat

[@flrsz]

i would buy the playseat challenger

[@IgnoredByViewers]

What the idea height from the ground the television needs to be enjoy this racing sim. I’m planning on getting this and my current setup puts the base of my TV 12-13 inches off the ground

[@WEREWOLFUSMC]

TV size matters also. You need the horizon line on your game to be as "Eye Level" as possible for the best experience. Hope this helps😁

[@cmorin522]

Love your channel. I have a t150 and wanting to update, should I go with the dd pro or the T300? I’m thinking the dd pro since it’s just couple hundred more and better technology

[@enriquealfaroaguilar8541]

good video :)

[@OCRacing]

Thanks Enrique!

[@enriquealfaroaguilar8541]

@@OCRacing Thanks to you because you give us the information and entretaiment. Hope you remember me when you get famous

[@OCRacing]

@@enriquealfaroaguilar8541 I'll remember all the OG's

[@levigreenhill779]

I think that u should give me one bcz I'm early... AGAIN Great vid

[@OCRacing]

Glad you enjoyed 🤣

[@vjollila96]

1:17 2 weeks ago when we had lans at friends place

[@OCRacing]

I don’t have any of those :(

[@gt-motive]

I have been in the situation where I have to bring my sim with me it’s a pain so I’m really thinking of this upgrading from the gt omega rig

[@joelflmartinho]

Hi, that rally game looks cool. Which game is it? Thanks!

[@OCRacing]

Dirt Rally 2.0!

[@killz42]

just a quick question you have soo many rigs and i was wondering i can have one

[@buddhapest]

the material is alcantara

[@tigerbalm666]

Hmm..I often wanted to race when I'm at the beach...

[@everettgrennan129]

I have a g923 and my shifter always hits the adjuster thing under the shifter/handbrake mount. Has anyone else had this problem?

[@erraddict]

What game are you playing in VR?

[@rileyjz0]

Would you recommend getting it? Is it sturdy enough and does it shake a lot? Also can you change which side you have the gear stick on?

[@yaqinsayed5249]

yes i have wanted to take it with me😂

[@Elijah_12543]

I'm having a problem with the seat as you know the seat can go back when you applie force and when you do not it goes into the original position but my does not go back into the original position does anyone know what to do

[@Afatcow123]

I'm 6'2 and thin. I am selling this. After many pillows for support the seat is horrible. I am getting a permanent setup with a real chair. Just a warning if anyone tall is wondering

[@talon1706]

5:11 Put some type of weight on the bars to keep it steadier. 20lb'er would do. That's a nice setup for the money. I went bigger with a GT Omega Art simulator. See you on track sometime. :)

[@OCRacing]

Good suggestion 👍

[@mrmidnight32]

Honestly at this point save your money and use your desk and a computer chair. Then buy the GT Omega Titan or the alike. If you’re limited on space again save your money and just use a desk and chair. My friend has this and the middle of the seat comes up on any braking.

[@Cyan._.gt.]

Is there any space to put a hand break?

[@NotVerx]

how high up does the wheel sit (inches) my tv is elevated about 28" from the ground but i would like to have it relatively aligned with the wheel

[@phxntym2133]

How to use this with Handbrake and Gear shifter? Have same handbrake as you in this vid but my logitech gear shifter doesn’t fit with the handbrake. I’ve seen the Thrustmaster TH8A attached to the Thrustmaster Sparco in other videos does that combo work with this?

[@alanboee]

What about the playseat challenge? Isn't it cheaper and better?

[@OCRacing]

I dunno, never used it :p

[@alanboee]

@@OCRacing is like the same thing but cheaper and it folds more. Maybe you should buy it idk xd

[@smithsfan425]

I love my play seat challenge

[@kurtwashere]

There's a good comparison video by Karl Gosling, which convinced me to get the Playseat. Just search "GT Lite VS Playseat Challenge".

[@alanboee]

@@kurtwashere i saw it. that is what im saying. isnt it better?

[@CzajnikXDDD]

Hi i wanted to ask, did u also have problems with this "latch" supporting back of the seat? They don't really hold the seat and are useless for me (and im comfortably in the weight and height supported range). I really have no idea what they would be used for honestly.

[@OCRacing]

I think those latched are for storing it up, not 100% sure though

[@xvDd-xi9io]

Ah dam I wish I would have brung my sim racing set up. Lol 😆 🤣

[@kaanconinx4611]

Does it come with a steering wheel?

[@cmorin522]

I’m looking to get one of those bass shaker things which one would you recommend for the gt lite and when I get it I’m going to weld extra bar or bars to mount them.

[@SyTrades]

What track is that in the beginning of the video????

[@kismith247]

Can I get a link to where you got your shoes? LOL There Nice!

[@OCRacing]

Somewhere in the puma store 😅 they should really be paying me for all this free advertisement

[@kismith247]

I agree!! They owe you a check.

[@jakeshaw1661]

The real highlight of this video are the Ferrari shoes…

[@OCRacing]

I really need to stop doing this free promotion for them smh

[@jakeshaw1661]

@@OCRacing 😂

[@LaceChaser]

Anyone been able to find a stand with seat under $200? Also able to support 180-250lbs at least? I’ve been using one of those bedside tables people use when they’re sick eating soup. Lol

[@dutch_goat7789]

Can you install the handbrake AND shifter at the same time?

[@clipsfdrive]

What was the name of the track on the intro?

[@Time4utube]

Similar one but better ??

[@wolfixik8998]

Is it good with Thrusmaster t300 RS GT?

[@Steve-dr7rr]

Will this work with the fanatec DPD pro wheel and pedal set up

[@supercededman]

Yup.ive a DD Pro 8 nm and loadcells. Strap used to stabilise rig. Not really needed, IMO, but NLR have a video up showing how to do this

[@Cocojambo101]

3:45 oh boy are my sessions long avarage is maybe 3-4 hours

[@OCRacing]

I would pass out